Event Brief
Bear sightings becoming more common across region
Filed: May 04, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Summary: Reports of bears in Chesapeake and Virginia Beach neighborhoods suggest increased sightings as warmer weather nears.
WHO: Local residents and wildlife officials; bears
WHAT: Multiple bear sightings reported in the region, including Chesapeake and Virginia Beach neighborhoods
WHEN: May 04, 2026 at 5:54 PM ET
WHERE: Virginia Beach, VA
WHY: Warmer weather is right around the corner, increasing bear sightings in nearby areas.
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